About Russian River Vineyards
Russian River Vineyards is one of the most enchanting and genuinely rustic winery experiences in the Russian River Valley. Time Out San Francisco described it as a place where 'visitors are put under a spell', from the fairy tale-like 1890s farmhouse surrounded by vineyards to the live music performed every weekend.
Winemaker Giovanni Balistreri produces small-production Merlot, Pinot Noir, and unique varietals from their Forestville estate, while farmer Kayta Brady's backyard garden provides ingredients for the on-site restaurant. The menu, chai-spiced beets, cream of mushroom soup, Kayta's Hand Salad, pairs perfectly with the estate wines and is the kind of genuinely farm-to-table cooking that the Sonoma food movement aspires to.
The tasting flight is just $15 (waived with any bottle purchase), no appointment necessary, and the hours run until 8pm Thursday through Tuesday, making Russian River Vineyards one of the most accessible and genuinely magical evening winery experiences in Sonoma County. Farm dog Riley roams the grounds for guests who need a friendly furry companion.
At its Forestville, Sonoma County location, Russian River Vineyards presents a featured lineup that includes Estate Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Unique Varietals. Together, these bottles provide a focused introduction to the varieties, vineyard sources, and style that define the winery's current portfolio.
"A fairy-tale 1890s farmhouse in Forestville with a restaurant, live weekend music, farm dog Riley, and a $15 tasting waived with purchase. Time Out ca"
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Featured Wines
Merlot
Estate Merlot
The Russian River Vineyards signature, small-production estate Merlot from their Forestville property. Giovanni Balistreri's careful attention to the 1890s estate produces wines of genuine personality.
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir
Estate RRV Pinot Noir from the farmhouse property, cool-climate, elegant, and reflecting the charm of the enchanting Forestville setting.
Chardonnay
Chardonnay
Crisp estate Chardonnay, the ideal pairing for the restaurant's farm-fresh menu on the outdoor patio overlooking the vineyards.
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Unique Varietals
Time Out noted Giovanni Balistreri's 'unique varietals', rotating small-lot expressions that reflect the experimental spirit of this distinctive Forestville estate.
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Walk-In Tasting & Restaurant
$15
No appointment needed, walk in any day through Tuesday for a $15 tasting flight (waived with purchase) and stay for lunch or dinner at the farm-to-table restaurant. Farm dog Riley in attendance. Live music weekends.
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Weekend Live Music Tasting
$15
Saturday and Sunday live music performances on the magical 1890s farmhouse grounds, the most enchanting weekend afternoon in Forestville. Farm-to-table food available alongside the wines.
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